2020-2021 CURRICULUM GUIDE - CHURCH ELEVEN32

2020-2021 Curriculum Guide
                     Kindergarten – 3rd Grade

Kindergarten
Literacy
Literacy is structured through Daily Five (read to self, read to someone, listen to
reading, word work, and writing). Students also receive targeted small group
instruction in guided reading at the student’s instructional level.
Resources: Daily Five; Guided Reading Library; Reading Units of Study (Lucy Calkins);
Writing Units of Study (Lucy Calkins)

Handwriting
The curriculum involves simple, multi-sensory lessons designed to support all
learning styles. The program’s unique materials and appealing workbooks are
designed to eliminate problems with letter formation, reversals, legibility, and
sentence spacing.
Resources: Writing with Phonics K5, Abeka

Phonics/Spelling
Words Their Way instruction teaches students to examine words closely to learn how
to spell better and understand the meaning of words. This curriculum uses the Word
Study approach. Word Study is a student-centered, active learning approach to
understand how to spell and use words. It is based on research that reading and
writing go hand in hand. Each student masters skills and concepts at his or her own
pace.
Resources: Words Their Way, Pearson

Math
The Singapore math method is a highly effective teaching approach originally
developed by Singapore’s Ministry of Education for Singapore public schools. The
method has been widely adopted in various forms around the world over the past
twenty years following our introduction of the curriculum to the U.S. in 1998.
Singapore consistently ranks at the top in international math testing. The intentional
progression of concepts in the Singapore math approach instills a deep
understanding of mathematics. The Singapore math method is focused on mastery,
which is achieved through intentional sequencing of concepts. Some of the key
features of the approach include the CPA (Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract) progression,
number bonds, bar modeling, and mental math. Instead of pushing through rote
memorization, students learn to think mathematically and rely on the depth of
knowledge gained in previous lessons.
Resources: Dimensions Math KA and KB, Singapore Math Inc.

Bible
Weekly Chapel, Old and New Testament Bible Stories, Psalm 139 memorization

Resources: Bible: Kindergarten, 3rd Edition, ACSI Purposeful Design Publications

Science
Students learn about many different science units including Properties of Matter, 5
Senses, Weather, Force and Motion, Energy, Earth Materials (rocks, water, etc.), and
Living Organisms. Students also visit the Perot Museum once during the year, and
have a hands-on personalized class taught by a Perot Museum representative.
Resources: Teacher created units

Social Studies
Students complete many different social studies units including Holidays, Famous
Americans, Community Helpers, Families, Fire Safety, Pilgrims and Native Americans,
Texas and American Symbols.
Resources: Teacher created units; Social Studies Weekly

Kindergarten Homework
Homework consists of practicing sight words and daily reading practice at home, as
well as math facts in the second semester.

1st Grade
Literacy
Literacy is structured through Daily Five (read to self, read to someone, listen to
reading, word work, and writing). Students also receive targeted small group
instruction in guided reading at the student’s instructional level. The students learn
reading strategies within each of the following categories; comprehension, accuracy,
fluency and expanding vocabulary. These strategies become tools for the students
to advance their reading and writing skills.
Resources: Daily Five; Guided Reading Library; Reading Units of Study (Lucy Calkins);
Writing Units of Study (Lucy Calkins)

Handwriting
The curriculum involves simple, multi-sensory lessons designed to support all
learning styles. The program’s unique materials and appealing workbooks help
students master letter formation, size and spacing. It begins with single letters and
progresses to phonics blends of more than one letter, special sounds, and
sentences for students to trace and copy.
Resources: Handwriting Without Tears; Writing with Phonics 1, Abeka

Phonics/Spelling
Words Their Way instruction teaches students to examine words closely to learn how
to spell better and understand the meaning of words. This curriculum uses the Word
Study approach. Word Study is a student-centered, active learning approach to
understand how to spell and use words. It is based on research that reading and
writing go hand in hand. Each student masters skills and concepts at his or her own
pace.
Resources: Words Their Way, Pearson

Math
The Singapore math method is a highly effective teaching approach originally
developed by Singapore’s Ministry of Education for Singapore public schools. The
method has been widely adopted in various forms around the world over the past
twenty years following our introduction of the curriculum to the U.S. in 1998.
Singapore consistently ranks at the top in international math testing. The intentional
progression of concepts in the Singapore math approach instills a deep
understanding of mathematics. The Singapore math method is focused on mastery,
which is achieved through intentional sequencing of concepts. Some of the key
features of the approach include the CPA (Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract) progression,
number bonds, bar modeling, and mental math. Instead of pushing through rote
memorization, students learn to think mathematically and rely on the depth of
knowledge gained in previous lessons.
Resources: Dimensions Math 1A and 1B, Singapore Math Inc. (Textbooks, Workbooks,
Intensive Practice, and Tests are all utilized)

Bible
Weekly Chapel, Old and New Testament Bible Stories, Psalm 91 and 1 Corinthians 13
memorization
Resources: Bible: 1st Grade, 3rd Edition, ACSI Purposeful Design Publications

Science
Students learn about many different science units from a Christian Worldview
perspective. Units include Life Science, Forms of Energy, Weather, Earth and Space
Science, and The Human Body. Students also visit the Perot Museum once during
the year, and have a hands-on personalized class taught by a Perot Museum
representative. Students also participate in STEM class once/week where they are
challenged to think outside of the box and participate in fun experiments.
Resources: Science Level 1, ACSI Purposeful Design Publications

Social Studies
Students complete many different social studies units including Holidays, Famous
Americans, Citizenship, Pilgrims and Native Americans, Texas and American
Symbols, Introduction to Maps and Globes, Goods and Services, Government, and
Inventors & Inventions.
Resources: Teacher created units; Social Studies Weekly; My America My World,
Abeka

1st Grade Homework
Homework consists of practicing sight words and/or weekly word lists, as well as
daily reading practice at home. Extra math practice may be sent home as needed.

2nd Grade
Literacy
Literacy is structured in the worskshop format to meet and/or exceed every standard
lined out by the Texas Essenstial Knowledge and Skills standards. Literacy is also

eemphasized in a cross curriculuar format, with reading and writing incorporateed
into as many subjects as possible throught the school day.
Reading Workshop:
    • Individualized reading instruction within small groups and individualized
        reading instruction.
    • Exposure to a variety of genres.
    • Leveled text pairing to meet individual needs with prescriptive instruction
        during guided reading groups.
Writer’s Workshop:
    • Students process writing while covering the six traits to quality writing.
    • Writers experience the stages of writing by brainstorming, drafting, revising,
        editing and publishing their pieces.
    • Mentor texts are used to model what quality writing looks like.
Language/Grammar:
    • Conventions of writing are taught through authentic writing experiences.
    • Writers learn how to be editors of their own writing and polish their pieces.
Resources: Guided Reading Library; Reading Units of Study (Lucy Calkins); Writing
Units of Study (Lucy Calkins)

Handwriting
Cursive handwriting is introduced in 2nd Grade. Letter formation and size are
emphasized.
Resources: Handwriting Without Tears; Writing with Phonics 2, Abeka

Phonics/Spelling
Words Their Way instruction teaches students to examine words closely to learn how
to spell better and understand the meaning of words. This curriculum uses the Word
Study approach. Word Study is a student-centered, active learning approach to
understand how to spell and use words. It is based on research that reading and
writing go hand in hand. Each student masters skills and concepts at his or her own
pace.
Resources: Words Their Way, Pearson

Math
The Singapore math method is a highly effective teaching approach originally
developed by Singapore’s Ministry of Education for Singapore public schools. The
method has been widely adopted in various forms around the world over the past
twenty years following our introduction of the curriculum to the U.S. in 1998.
Singapore consistently ranks at the top in international math testing. The intentional
progression of concepts in the Singapore math approach instills a deep
understanding of mathematics. The Singapore math method is focused on mastery,
which is achieved through intentional sequencing of concepts. Some of the key
features of the approach include the CPA (Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract) progression,
number bonds, bar modeling, and mental math. Instead of pushing through rote
memorization, students learn to think mathematically and rely on the depth of
knowledge gained in previous lessons.
Resources: Dimensions Math 2A and 2B, Singapore Math Inc. (Textbooks,
Workbooks, Intensive Practice, and Tests are all utilized); TEKS Target Practice

Bible
Weekly Chapel, Old and New Testament Bible Stories, Books of the Bible
memorization
Resources: NIV Adventure Bible; Bible: 2nd Grade, 3rd Edition, ACSI Purposeful
Design Publications

Science
Students learn about many different science units from a Christian Worldview
perspective. Units include Life Science, Physical Science, Earth Science, and The
Human Body. Students also visit the Perot Museum once during the year, and have a
hands-on personalized class taught by a Perot Museum representative. Students
also participate in STEM class once/week where they are challenged to think outside
of the box and participate in fun experiments.
Resources: Science Level 2, ACSI Purposeful Design Publications

Social Studies
Students complete many different social studies units including American history,
Texas history, community governments, Pilgrims, Native Americans, early colonists,
pioneers, cowboys, and immigrants. Students will also have a better understanding
of American holidays, patriotic songs, and flag etiquette.
Resources: Teacher created units; Social Studies Weekly; My America My World 4th
Ed Abeka

2nd Grade Homework
Homework consists of weekly word lists, math practice, and/or daily reading at
home.

3rd Grade
Literacy
Literacy is structured in the worskshop format to meet and/or exceed every standard
lined out by the Texas Essenstial Knowledge and Skills standards. Literacy is also
emphasized in a cross curriculuar format, with reading and writing incorporateed into
as many subjects as possible throught the school day. Third graders focus heavily on
reading comprehension, and begin novel studies.
Resources: Guided Reading Library; Reading Units of Study (Lucy Calkins); Writing
Units of Study (Lucy Calkins), various novels

Handwriting
Cursive handwriting is continued in 3rd Grade. Letter formation and size are
emphasized, as well as proper sentence structure in both manuscript and cursive.
Resources: Handwriting Without Tears; Writing with Purpose 3, Abeka

Phonics/Spelling
Words Their Way instruction teaches students to examine words closely to learn how
to spell better and understand the meaning of words. This curriculum uses the Word
Study approach. Word Study is a student-centered, active learning approach to

understand how to spell and use words. It is based on research that reading and
writing go hand in hand. Each student masters skills and concepts at his or her own
pace.
Resources: Words Their Way, Pearson

Math
The Singapore math method is a highly effective teaching approach originally
developed by Singapore’s Ministry of Education for Singapore public schools. The
method has been widely adopted in various forms around the world over the past
twenty years following our introduction of the curriculum to the U.S. in 1998.
Singapore consistently ranks at the top in international math testing. The intentional
progression of concepts in the Singapore math approach instills a deep
understanding of mathematics. The Singapore math method is focused on mastery,
which is achieved through intentional sequencing of concepts. Some of the key
features of the approach include the CPA (Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract) progression,
number bonds, bar modeling, and mental math. Instead of pushing through rote
memorization, students learn to think mathematically and rely on the depth of
knowledge gained in previous lessons.
Resources: Dimensions Math 3A and 3B, Singapore Math Inc. (Textbooks,
Workbooks, Intensive Practice, and Tests are all utilized); TEKS Target Practice

Bible
Weekly Chapel, Old and New Testament Bible Stories, scripture memorization and
Bible Quiz facts
Resources: NIV Adventure Bible; Bible Truths 3: Following Christ, 4th Ed. BJU Press

Science
Students learn about many different science units from a Christian Worldview
perspective. Units include Life Science, Physical Science, Earth Science, and The
Human Body. Students also visit the Perot Museum once during the year, and have a
hands-on personalized class taught by a Perot Museum representative. Students
also participate in STEM class once/week where they are challenged to think outside
of the box and participate in fun experiments.
Resources: Science Level 3, ACSI Purposeful Design Publications

Social Studies
3rd Grade students focus on learning about great leaders in American history.
Students are challenged to relate the character qualities of historical figures (honesty,
courage, bravery, etc.) to their daily life. They also strengthen their map skills and
American geography.
Resources: Social Studies Weekly; Our American Heritage 4th Ed. Abeka; Our
American Heritage Map Study Skills Abeka; Time for Students Magazine

3rd Grade Homework
Homework consists of weekly word lists, math practice, and/or daily reading at
home.